![Hohensalzburg Fortress on a hill with autumn foliage and a blue sky with clouds](/static_processed/5d0536afea738a2dd79e5d8b41e43306/hohensalzburg-fortress-on-a-hill-with-autumn-foliage-and-a-blue-sky-with-clouds.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/aussen/20241029_FestungHohensalzburg-Web_kathringollacknerfotografie-4.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":640,"fit":"cover","height":1280}}})
![Medieval fortress tower with mountain view above clouds at sunrise](/static_processed/e7c7e303d73dc9b05fed2ea79a4edd91/medieval-fortress-tower-with-mountain-view-above-clouds-at-sunrise.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/events/DSCI0048bearbeitet.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Hohensalzburg Quick Tour
01.05.2025 - 30.09.2025 | 09:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Varied events & happenings at Fortress Hohensalzburg
Welcome to events for guests, families, children & all Salzburgers!
Fortress Hohensalzburg is not only the centerpiece and landmark of the city of Salzburg - a wide variety of events also bring life to the historic walls throughout the year. From the popular fortress concerts to the romantic Advent market in the castle courtyard. The range of family-friendly events at Fortress Hohensalzburg is also impressive - from carnival and Halloween crafts to the fun medieval festival and atmospheric Advent tours. And as a Salzburg resident, you will also find a wide variety of offers that invite you to visit the fortress once again. Here you will find an overview of all current dates.
Our calendar of events
All dates at a glance with one click
Month
![Medieval wood carving of a woman riding a unicorn surrounded by golden branches](/static_processed/8f203c92bba057da1c23bbf89e3059ac/medieval-wood-carving-of-a-woman-riding-a-unicorn-surrounded-by-golden-branches.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/events/Goldene_Stube_-_Einhorn.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Family tour: Of unicorns and wild men
21.09.2025 | 10:30
![c3e5c83c-a75f-4f03-87a4-446860ecd9eb.jpg](/static_processed/9d08f9a228fa19845557826da855e925/c3e5c83c-a75f-4f03-87a4-446860ecd9eb.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/user_upload/c3e5c83c-a75f-4f03-87a4-446860ecd9eb.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Choral sound at Fortress Hohensalzburg
27.09.2025 | 14:30
![Rustic stone kitchen interior with wood-fired oven, long table and benches by arched window](/static_processed/d7cac17335ec19abb128feb439398c86/rustic-stone-kitchen-interior-with-wood-fired-oven-long-table-and-benches-by-arched-window.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/events/DSC_0117.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Family tour: Splendor and baking
19.10.2025 | 10:30
![Rusty vintage metal keys and padlock on wooden table with ornate carved backdrop](/static_processed/681dad98c41854ce5adcc38127f6fed4/rusty-vintage-metal-keys-and-padlock-on-wooden-table-with-ornate-carved-backdrop.jpeg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/events/Alte_Schluessel.jpeg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
National Day program: Surprise tours
26.10.2025 | 10:00
National Day program: Surprise tours
26.10.2025 | 12:00
National Day program: Surprise tours
26.10.2025 | 14:00
![Group of carved Halloween pumpkins with spooky faces on stone steps](/static_processed/9d2ed09b95de5f72729e310fe2b9896b/group-of-carved-halloween-pumpkins-with-spooky-faces-on-stone-steps.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/events/FHS_Kuerbisschnitzen1.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Pumpkin carving & competition: Vote for the scariest and friendliest pumpkin
29.10.2025 | 13:00 - 17:00
![Glowing jack-o'-lantern on stone wall in front of medieval castle at night](/static_processed/c17d89c0c683fd8a264d27cf601f6d88/glowing-jack-o'-lantern-on-stone-wall-in-front-of-medieval-castle-at-night.JPG?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/events/DSC_0511.JPG","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Flashlight tour (suitable for children)
30.10.2025 | 17:30
Flashlight tour (suitable for children)
30.10.2025 | 19:00
![Two people in medieval costumes practicing sword fighting outdoors](/static_processed/5c4e2749248a37b861e9632170070a54/two-people-in-medieval-costumes-practicing-sword-fighting-outdoors.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/events/Fechten.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Sword fighting
06.11.2025 | 17:00
![Ornate wooden ceiling with medieval coat of arms featuring lamb and black eagle](/static_processed/8c033b00a115a63571dd162fe16ca153/ornate-wooden-ceiling-with-medieval-coat-of-arms-featuring-lamb-and-black-eagle.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/raeumlichkeiten/Wappen_Decke_Goldene_Stube_-_Brixen_und_Chiemsee.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Family tour: Wonderful coats of arms
16.11.2025 | 10:30
![Wine bottle with three glasses on rustic wooden table with artistic filter effect](/static_processed/e1df8e3a4a708a539a22a4ee91196efd/wine-bottle-with-three-glasses-on-rustic-wooden-table-with-artistic-filter-effect.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/events/2024-Weinglas_HM7_1102_01.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Cheers! After-work special
19.11.2025 | 17:00
![12_08_2016_-_Hohensalzburg_Adventmarkt_385.jpg](/static_processed/f0d6e6f0245d3fa501fba0306de81e98/12_08_2016_-_hohensalzburg_adventmarkt_385.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/user_upload/12_08_2016_-_Hohensalzburg_Adventmarkt_385.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Advent market at Fortress Hohensalzburg
21.11.2025 - 23.11.2025 | 11:00 - 19:00
Advent market at Fortress Hohensalzburg
28.11.2025 - 30.11.2025 | 11:00 - 19:00
![Hohensalzburg Fortress on a snowy hilltop above Salzburg with blue winter sky](/static_processed/4d789e195a7b7dac9877f09a60fd8bf9/hohensalzburg-fortress-on-a-snowy-hilltop-above-salzburg-with-blue-winter-sky.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/events/2023-12-03_Schneespaziergang_Krauthuegel_IMG_20.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Enchanting Christmas Tour (English)
30.11.2025 | 13:00
Advent market at Fortress Hohensalzburg
05.12.2025 - 08.12.2025 | 11:00 - 19:00
Enchanting Christmas Tour (English)
07.12.2025 | 13:00
Advent market at Fortress Hohensalzburg
12.12.2025 - 14.12.2025 | 11:00 - 19:00
Enchanting Christmas Tour (English)
14.12.2025 | 13:00
Advent market at Fortress Hohensalzburg
19.12.2025 - 21.12.2025 | 11:00 - 19:00
Enchanting Christmas Tour (English)
21.12.2025 | 13:00
![Snow-covered church and historic buildings with sundial and wooden stalls in winter](/static_processed/c01fcf0061f8913e53951204ae8f764f/snow-covered-church-and-historic-buildings-with-sundial-and-wooden-stalls-in-winter.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/aussen/2024-01_Burghof.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Festungsroas for the Raunacht
27.12.2025 | 16:30
